Adventure Camp
At Camp, Variety Kids are empowered to form friendships, try new things, grow in self-esteem, and explore the world around them with independence and confidence.
Variety’s Adventure Camps are for ages 4 – 20, and provide an unforgettable experience for local children and teens with disabilities living in the 30 Missouri and Illinois counties Variety St. Louis serves. Each camper is paired with a counselor “buddy” to ensure their needs are met each day.
Campers are split into groups based on age to enjoy activities geared more toward their interests. Activities include swimming, ice skating, fishing, playing games, making crafts, music time, visiting area attractions and much more, all under the guidance of a caring and enthusiastic staff.
Summer Camp
Camp takes place in week-long sessions offered in June and July, Monday – Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The location of camp changes daily to accommodate different activities and adventures, but each is located within the St. Louis region.
Dates for Summer Camp 2026:
Week 1: June 2-6
Week 2: June 9-13
Week 3: June 16-20
Week 4: June 23-27
Week 5: July 7-11
Week 6: July 14-18
Winter Camp
Winter Camp takes place for one week during the last week of the year when school is out of session and is offered to those who participated in the previous Summer Camp.
Dates for Winter Camp 2025:
Winter Camp will be held December 29-31, 2025 at the Center of Clayton.
Questions? Contact us at Camp@varietystl.org or 314-720-7719.
Interested in Working at Camp?
Variety St. Louis is looking for kind, enthusiastic staff members and volunteers (ages 14+) to join our team for Adventure Camp. Our unique camp programs are free to area children and teens (ages 4 – 20) with a physical or developmental disability.
Learn more about each position and apply today!
MO Tax Credits
Variety St. Louis has been awarded Youth Opportunities Program (YOP) tax credits by the Missouri Department of Economic Development. You can take advantage of these tax credits all while supporting Variety Kids!
Activities at Adventure Camp
Fishing
Making Music
Playing Games
Swimming
Exploring STL
Ice Skating
STEM
Become a Variety Family
At Variety, we believe every child deserves the chance to play, create, and thrive. That’s why we offer free enrichment programs — including recreation and performing arts — for local families of children with special needs, with no eligibility restrictions. We’re also here to help with medical equipment and therapy services.
Join our Variety family and discover the support, resources, and joy waiting for you. Learn more and apply today!
Other Ways We Help
TherHappy Kids
Equipment
Performing Arts